All I'm Sayin' Is...

Laker Parade Part 1

2009-06-25T18:25:00.000-07:00

I realize I am a million days late on this, but please I have a life. The construction works: being paid to watch the parade & to holla at women

Me on the subway. (I don't know why these won't flip)

That's right, Adnan Ghlib. Nata playing pap to the pap

That KTLA reporter that is always crazy. She was holding her own in this crowd though.

Staple Center...AFTER they had long gone and we missed them DOH!

WOW Nat...a little close?

Me & Natas waiting for the train already meeting other fans...but they are not in this pic

2009-06-25T17:58:00.000-07:00

"I need to know cause I think freak or not….we all loved Michael Jackson!"

-dailyjunkla.com

...Amen sista!

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Michael Jackson Dies at age 50

2009-06-25T16:02:00.000-07:00

I know he has been a bit of a freak, and some of his actions have been questionable, but can I say I am a little sad? This is crazy! I feel like I see so much of my childhood flashing back. Why? Because I am a dancer. Much of my life has been about being a dancer. And as a dancer, I have had more dance routines choreographed to his music than I can count; starting from elementary school talent shows. Even my High School dance instructor was in the "Black & White" video and I believe toured with him as well. You have to acknowledge he is mad talented and what we see and hear in music & dancing today we owe much to him. So many mimic his work. He changed the industry. Remember Captain Eo? LOVED IT! Anyway...pretty crazy.

Happy Anniversary to Us!

2009-06-15T16:13:00.000-07:00

Happy Two! Muaw!

And to top it off, chocolate souffle. Oh so good and it was PIPPING HOT!

Though it's half eaten, here is my yummy filet mignon and loaded baked potato (off to the right half eaten as well). cooked to perfection.

The ambiance was amazing. supper beautiful.

When we arrived they had a bouquet and a card for us on our table wishing us a Happy Anniversary! Classy.

2009-06-12T17:22:00.000-07:00

Give it up for the UK. I wish I could sing with voices like theirs.

2009-06-12T17:14:00.000-07:00

I bet you've changed your wardrobe since we met

2009-06-12T16:52:00.002-07:00

This would have just been AMAZING if I had this as a child. I would have been a dream come true. I am still gushing...sigh...

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I love these shots. SO we tried to recreate it for our engagement pics. Basically, they weren't ready in time. These aren't the photoshopped ones, but here is some of the raw shoot of what we got:

two words: fish eye

am I pouting? am I rolling my eyes? who knows.

This is my fav. totally sums up our relationship too

ah yah dawg. we're such g's.

2009-06-12T16:30:00.000-07:00

Here too...thank you, Jesus!

Friday, WOO HOO

2009-06-12T16:27:00.000-07:00

Finally. Now I don't have to day dream I'm here, I can actually go.

2009-06-12T16:25:00.000-07:00

I hope to see you one day.

In overtime Los Angeles past Orlando 99-91 in Game 4

2009-06-11T22:55:00.000-07:00

YYYEEESSSSS!!!!!!

Rina's Graduation Award Ceremony

2009-06-11T22:28:00.000-07:00

I Can't believe she is going to be a freshman!!! The Fam, minus my working hubby :( . I love them and had SOOOO MUCH fun!!

Second award: this is a 4.0 for 8th grade year. (PS: the only reason she didn't get the 7th & 8th grade year one was because she got ONE "B")

First award for having nothing lower than a 3.0 for all three years

AWE, now add Lex. I'm sorry, but my nieces are so beautiful!

Can we talk about how gorgeous she is?!?

Sistas...they are so beautiful!!

I love this pic

Tots & Me

2009-06-11T22:25:00.000-07:00

want...need...must have

Two Years and Counting...

2009-06-11T21:59:00.000-07:00

OK, so I can't find a pic of us together at our wedding so here is a mini combo to celebrate our anniversary! Needless to say it was the greatest day of my life and everyday since gets better and better. PS: Like how I threw in Tiffy & Ben

2009-06-11T21:36:00.000-07:00

"One of the keys to happiness is a bad memory."

-Rita Brown

OK, I get it. Funny. But it sort of has a hint of truth to it a sense of you have to have forgiveness...

"Come now, let us argue this out," says the LORD. "No matter how deep the stain of your sins, I can remove it. I can make you as clean as freshly fallen snow. Even if you are stained as red as crimson, I can make you as white as wool.
Is 1:18

"If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you.
But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins.
Mat 6:14-15

The Anthem of LA

2009-06-11T21:32:00.000-07:00

Why do you have to be a nonconformist
like everybody else?
-James Thurber

I am free of all prejudice. I hate everyone equally.
-C.W. Fields

2009-06-09T18:11:00.000-07:00

Your unfailing love, O LORD, is as vast as the heavens; your faithfulness reaches beyond the clouds." Psalm 36:5

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"A tree is identified by its fruit. Make a tree good, and its fruit will be good.
Make a tree bad, and its fruit will be bad."
Matt 12: 33

2009-06-09T17:58:00.000-07:00

I really want to learn the tango.

Polder Update:

2009-06-09T17:47:00.001-07:00

AHHH, she is so cute!!

Big blue eyes and thunder thighs! I LOVE THEM!!!

Look at that expression...priceless.

WOO HOO!!

2009-06-08T08:03:00.000-07:00

Jack Nicholson reacts to action between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Orlando Magic during the second half of Game 2 of the NBA basketball finals Sunday, June 7, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) and Lakers forward Pau Gasol (16) of Spain react to action against the during overtime at Game 2 of the NBA basketball finals Sunday, June 7, 2009, in Los Angeles. The Lakers won 101-96. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)

2009-06-07T19:36:00.000-07:00

Speaking of child hood favorites...

2009-06-07T19:19:00.000-07:00

My ultimate favorite book was actually:

Riki Tiki Tembo No Sa Rembo Chari Bari Ruchi Pip Peri Pembo.

I checked it out of the library all the time and my mother read it to me often.

Still, it brings me joy because it angers Tiff so

when I throw it into the pot when we play word games.

Anyway, here are a few honorable mentions:

I love this guy's tat

2009-06-07T19:14:00.000-07:00

This was one of my FAVORITE book as a child.

...I wish i had thought of it first.

2009-06-07T19:12:00.000-07:00

The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the LORD,

At the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.

The heavens declare His righteousness,

And all the peoples see His glory.

Psalm 97:5-6

2009-06-07T19:10:00.000-07:00

"For a day in Your courts [is] better than a thousand. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God Than dwell in the tents of wickedness."

Psalm 84:10

2009-06-07T19:06:00.000-07:00

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death

Your perfect love is casting out fear

And even when I'm caught in the middle of the storms of this life

I won't turn back

I know you are near

And I will fear no evil

For my God is with me

And if my God is with me

Whom then shall I fear?

Oh no, You never let go

Through the calm and through the storm

Oh no, You never let go

In every high and every low

Oh no, You never let go

Lord, You never let go of me

And I can see a light that is coming for the heart that holds on

A glorious light beyond all compare

And there will be an end to these troubles

But until that day comes

We'll live to know You here on the earth

Yes, I can see a light that is coming for the heart that holds on

And there will be an end to these troubles

But until that day comes

Still I will praise You, still I will praise You

-You Never Let Go, Matt Redman

I Love Pasadena

2009-05-26T17:51:00.001-07:00

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Grace
She takes the blame
She covers the shame
Removes the stain
It could be her name

Grace
It's a name for a girl
It's also a thought that changed the world
And when she walks on the street
You can hear the strings
Grace finds goodness in everything

Grace, she's got the walk
Not on a ramp or on chalk
She's got the time to talk
She travels outside of karma
She travels outside of karma
When she goes to work
You can hear her strings
Grace finds beauty in everything

Grace, she carries a world on her hips

No champagne flute for her lips
No twirls or skips between her fingertips
She carries a pearl in perfect condition

What once was hurt
What once was friction
What left a mark
No longer stings
Because grace makes beauty
Out of ugly things

Grace makes beauty out of ugly things
-Grace by U2

2009-05-26T17:24:00.001-07:00

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Yesterday's game was sad. But this pic makes it a little better

2009-05-22T17:40:00.000-07:00

I'm cleaning out old emails. Here is J on a slaom at Pickwick Lake. This was on my very first trip to Tennessee.

2009-05-22T17:36:00.000-07:00

OMG I just found this!! ...Around Aug. 2006. Jenn, Me, Tiff and Beni.

2009-05-22T17:32:00.000-07:00

"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:16).

My heart is to live by this, but forgive me when I fail to do so.

2009-05-22T17:30:00.000-07:00

Make sure that when you leave a person, he is closer to Jesus than when you first met him.

-Anonymous

2009-05-22T17:26:00.000-07:00

According as He hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in love:
Ephesians 1:4

2009-05-22T17:24:00.000-07:00

I can't get enough of panic switch

2009-05-22T17:07:00.000-07:00

I wonder if other dogs think poodles are members
of a weird religious cult.
-Rita Rudne

2009-05-22T17:03:00.000-07:00

Two men debate whether Hawaii is pronounced
"HaVaii" or " HaWaii ."

They ask a passerby, who answers "Havaii."

"Thank you," says the satisfied first man.

"You're velcome," replies the passerby.

2009-05-22T17:00:00.000-07:00

Violent Femmes...I want my CD back!

2009-05-22T16:46:00.000-07:00

My Sister emailed me this: "Here is a picture of the oil painting Kat did of the picture you gave her. Remember the view from your hotel room in Hawaii ?"
OMG! She did SUCH a great job!! I am SO proud of my niece! I love her so much and this painting just caps off her infinite talents! Softball, smart and a whip, and now a Van Gogh...

Here is the pic I sent her

Here is what she painted

2009-05-20T19:09:00.000-07:00

"I bought a cactus. A week later it died. And I got depressed, because I thought, Damn. I am less nurturing than a desert."
-Demetri Martin

Yeah, can totally relate due to the fact that I virtually kill any plant or fish in my life. My poor children.

"The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it."
-Terry Pratchett

AMEN to that! Some folks need to put that filter on!

"There is no such thing as "fun for the whole family."
-Jerry Seinfeld

....whatever, suck it up for the kids, will ya?

2009-05-20T19:07:00.000-07:00

The biggest burrito (and this is the small version) I have ever seen from El Tepeyac. SO YUMMY!

2009-05-20T19:02:00.000-07:00

I'm not a Vegas person per say, but I really want to go to a Cirque show

2009-05-20T18:59:00.000-07:00

My husband just shaved his head ans he looks hot!

2009-05-18T18:13:00.001-07:00

These are awesome wedding bands

2009-05-18T18:11:00.001-07:00

SO Cute

2009-05-18T17:59:00.000-07:00

I went Flying!!

2009-05-18T17:27:00.000-07:00

Jarrett closing the night with some skateboarding in the hanger. He's so cute!!

Griffith Observatory (starting to get cloudy)

The Cutest..."Whiskey Papa to tower, Come in Tower"

The Rose Bowl

Pasadena

Captain Evan and Co-pilot Jarrett

J called this the "smart helicopter" because it was so tiny and cute.

The flight crew

I went flying and it was the time of my life! We flew out of El Monte airport and were suppose to go to Santa Monica, but due to bad weather conditions, we just sort flew around the area, landed in La Verne, and then flew back. It was amazing!

2009-05-18T17:23:00.000-07:00

"to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge;
that you may be filled with all the fullness of God."
-Eph 3:19

2009-05-18T17:16:00.000-07:00

"For the love of Christ compels us..."

I pray that this is what drives me in all things.

2009-05-18T16:55:00.001-07:00

Ice Cream Brownie Bars

Mixed Berry Ice Cream Pops

Tiramisu Sundaes

Brownie and Peanut butter Ice Cream Sandwiches

Ice Cream Cupcakes

Strawberry and PISTACHIO

Mint Chocolate Chip

Watermelon Bombe

Peaches and Cream Ice Cream Cake

Neapolitan Ice Cream Cake

Banana Split Bombe

My friend Gracie makes the most amazing home made ice cream. I was thinking of it to day and it inspired me to come across these fab recipes. OMG, I think I will need to make them ALL!! (minus the cake parts)

Holy Jackpot!

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yum

2009-05-18T16:41:00.000-07:00

One of my very favorite: Gelato. Specifically: Pistachio.

PS

2009-05-18T16:38:00.001-07:00

I really hope I look like this too when after I have a baby!!

2009-05-18T16:36:00.000-07:00

Remember this? So weird...

2009-05-18T16:28:00.000-07:00

Love Her. Love her style. Love her beauty. Love her line. Love her cute babies. Love her.

Dude, it was awesome.

2009-05-15T18:56:00.000-07:00

Three hipster guys were free stylin' @ the Fuller Coffee house, and it was HILARIOUS!! Mad talented....sorry to report I have no pics, but man, you should have been there!

2009-05-14T19:39:00.000-07:00

...Hi

2009-05-14T19:29:00.000-07:00

Pretty much the only fast food I ever eat is In-N-Out (which in my book isn't fast food, it's a class of amazing-ness all of it's own) BUT I really want to try jack's mini sirloin burgers! I mean maybe it's the cute little song or just the cute little burgers, but man...yippee-i-yeah, mini sirloin burgers, YEAH!

The Habit of Enjoying Adversity

2009-05-14T19:21:00.000-07:00

". . . that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body —2 Corinthians 4:10"

We have to develop godly habits to express what God’s grace has done in us. It is not just a question of being saved from hell, but of being saved so that "the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body." And it is adversity that makes us exhibit His life in our mortal flesh. Is my life exhibiting the essence of the sweetness of the Son of God, or just the basic irritation of "myself" that I would have apart from Him? The only thing that will enable me to enjoy adversity is the acute sense of eagerness of allowing the life of the Son of God to evidence itself in me. No matter how difficult something may be, I must say, "Lord, I am delighted to obey You in this." Instantly, the Son of God will move to the forefront of my life, and will manifest in my body that which glorifies Him.

You must not debate. The moment you obey the light of God, His Son shines through you in that very adversity; but if you debate with God, you grieve His Spirit (see Ephesians 4:30 ). You must keep yourself in the proper condition to allow the life of the Son of God to be manifested in you, and you cannot keep yourself fit if you give way to self-pity. Our circumstances are the means God uses to exhibit just how wonderfully perfect and extraordinarily pure His Son is. Discovering a new way of manifesting the Son of God should make our heart beat with renewed excitement. It is one thing to choose adversity, and quite another to enter into adversity through the orchestrating of our circumstances by God’s sovereignty. And if God puts you into adversity, He is adequately sufficient to "supply all your need" ( Philippians 4:19 ).

Keep your soul properly conditioned to manifest the life of the Son of God. Never live on your memories of past experiences, but let the Word of God always be living and active in you.

-Oswald Chambers, My Utmost For His Highest

2009-05-14T19:18:00.000-07:00

"God [is] my strength [and] power, And He makes my way perfect."
2 Sam 22:33

2009-05-14T18:41:00.000-07:00

Last night's season finally was amazing! I SO CAN'T WAIT until next year to find what out what happens! But the buzz is hot and there are tons of interesting theories going around...we shall see!

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Just one...I only want one, please.

Oh Yeah!

2009-05-13T19:26:00.001-07:00

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Tiff sent me this link and I couldn't be more stoked! Just another reason why LOST rocks!
http://booksbycslewis.blogspot.com/2009/05/lost-and-narnia.html

#1 FAN

2009-05-13T08:38:00.000-07:00

So I am basically obsessed with Steve Zahn. He is my favorite actor of all time; not only is he in some of my fav movies (i.e.: Reality Bites, That Thing You Do, and Shattered Glass just to name a few) but he is just down right hilarious!! In my opinion one of the most underestimated actors of our time. So imagine my excitement when I listened to Kevin & Bean this morning and they share that same passion for him as well! They interviewed him this morning, and it was no less than great!

2009-05-11T21:47:00.000-07:00

Proverbs 15

A gentle answer deflects anger,
but harsh words make tempers flare.

The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing,
but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness.

The Lord is watching everywhere,
keeping his eye on both the evil and the good.

2009-05-11T21:46:00.000-07:00

"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good!

His faithful love endures forever."
Psalm 1o7:1

2009-05-11T21:44:00.000-07:00

For no one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them to me, and at the last day I will raise them up. As it is written in the Scriptures, ‘They will all be taught by God.’ Everyone who listens to the Father and learns from him comes to me. (Not that anyone has ever seen the Father; only I, who was sent from God, have seen him.)

“I tell you the truth, anyone who believes has eternal life. Yes, I am the bread of life! Your ancestors ate manna in the wilderness, but they all died. Anyone who eats the bread from heaven, however, will never die. I am the living bread that came down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will live forever; and this bread, which I will offer so the world may live, is my flesh.”
John 6: 44-51

Mother's day with the Fam

2009-05-11T21:20:00.000-07:00

Speaking of Mothers...

2009-05-11T21:13:00.000-07:00

Here is to a first timer: Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day!

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My mother is one of the most amazing people I have had the pleasure of knowing. She is one of my best friends and one of the godliest, influential women in my life. I know that I can always go to her and get unbiased advise. She is always so giving, so selfless, and so delightful to be around and so on fire for Jesus; full of unconditional love and support, she is everything a mother should be. Mom, I love you to no end!! Happy Mother's day!

Surprise!! Happy Birthday Sean!

2009-05-11T20:40:00.000-07:00

Last Game of the Season

2009-05-11T16:59:00.000-07:00

Matching couple. That's right folks, it was Sadie Hawkins & EVERYBODY asked if we did it on purpose. For the record, I got dressed first and Jarrett copied. When I complained, his only reply was "I'm just sorry I don't have my blue jeans on too".

Kat pitching. She was SOOO GOOD!!!

Lex. So Cute.

More Scary Dinner Photos...AHH!

2009-05-07T21:28:00.000-07:00

Oldies But Goodies

2009-05-07T19:30:00.000-07:00

This is from June 2007 right after J & I got married. When we got back from our honeymoon, we went to Adam & Beni's. It became a regular routine. Oh, good times and nice tans.

2009-05-07T18:54:00.000-07:00

Chago, Chago P is Back!

2009-05-07T11:14:00.000-07:00

My Papi is finally home after two and half fabulous months in Chile visiting the fam. I missed him so much and realized why I missed such a wonderful man who responded with this when I asked him how his trip was:

“Wonderful, but I missed mommy so much, you wouldn't believe it. I think I missed her before I even left. I love your mother so much.”

YAHOO! YAHOO, to legit marriages that after 30+ years are still on fire!!! I admire them so much and I am so thankful the Lord brought him home safe and sound! I love you Papi!!

2009-05-07T08:10:00.000-07:00

Don't get me wrong, I appreciate Hendrix's music too, but you have got to be kidding me!?!

2009-05-06T09:29:00.000-07:00

Today is George Clooney’s Birthday. Let’s look back and reflect on what this man looked like before he blossomed. Comforting, isn’t it?

Nerd Alert!

2009-05-06T09:28:00.000-07:00

I can’t wait to see this movie!! JJ ABRAMS is a genius & I have heard amazing revues all around the board!! EEK

Oh, To Be Loved

2009-05-06T09:20:00.001-07:00

You know my sitting down and my rising up; You understand my thought afar off.

You comprehend my path and my lying down, And are acquainted with all my ways.

For [there is] not a word on my tongue, [But] behold, O LORD, You know it altogether.

You have hedged me behind and before, And laid Your hand upon me.

[Such] knowledge [is] too wonderful for me; It is high, I cannot [attain] it.

Where can I go from Your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your presence?

If I ascend into heaven, You [are] there; If I make my bed in hell, behold, You [are there].

[If] I take the wings of the morning, [And] dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,

Even there Your hand shall lead me, And Your right hand shall hold me.

If I say, "Surely the darkness shall fall on me," Even the night shall be light about me;

For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother's womb.

I will praise You, for I am fearfully [and] wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And [that] my soul knows very well.

My frame was not hidden from You, When I was made in secret, [And] skillfully wrought in the lowest parts of the earth.

Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed. And in Your book they all were written, The days fashioned for me, When [as yet there were] none of them.

How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God! How great is the sum of them!

[If] I should count them, they would be more in number than the sand; When I awake, I am still with You.

Psalm 139: 2-18

I Miss Hawaii

2009-05-05T17:59:00.000-07:00

A tropic vacation is calling Jarrett & I...we are dying to go back.

2009-05-05T17:58:00.000-07:00

"It is no use to pray for the old days; stand square where you are and make the present better than any past has been. Base all on your relationship to God and go forward and presently you will find that what is emerging is infinitely better than the past ever was."

-Oswald Chambers

OMG!!

2009-05-05T17:49:00.000-07:00

Is this not the cutest pic EVER?!?!?!

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Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim his greatness.
Let the whole world know what he has done.
Sing to him; yes, sing his praises.
Tell everyone about his wonderful deeds.
Exult in his holy name;
rejoice, you who worship the Lord.
Search for the Lord and for his strength;
continually seek him.

PSALM 105: 1-4

2009-05-04T17:30:00.000-07:00

This is some sick pride

2009-05-04T17:25:00.000-07:00

Isaac Newton

The mathematical and scientific discoveries of Sir Isaac Newton (1642 - 1727) are astronomical. Some of the most notable of his achievements include the invention of calculus, the discovery of the laws of motion and the law of gravitation, and the construction of the first reflecting telescope. He also was a man known for his Christian faith. He spent a great portion of his time studying the Bible with a special interest in prophecy. Following are some of his quotations.

On the Bible:
"I have a fundamental belief in the Bible as the Word of God, written by men who were inspired. I study the Bible daily."

On atheism:
"Atheism is so senseless. When I look at the solar system. I see the earth at the right distance from the sun to receive the proper amounts of heat and light. This did not happen by chance."

At the time of his death, he left more than a million words of notes on the Bible. Six years after his death, Observations Upon the Prophecies of Daniel and the Apocalypse of St. John was published. Not only was Isaac a great scientist but also a dedicated student of the Bible.

2009-05-04T17:00:00.000-07:00

Meet Dinner. Yeah...Tiff & I wanted fish, but didn't really expect this to come out. We both have only really had fish like this in other countries. It was good though! Just don't look him in the eyes when you take a bite. (He looked like the scary fish that tried to get Nemo's dad in the dark)

Lauren, the bride.

Me & Tiff

Scott's Surprise Grad Party...Even if it is from SC

2009-05-04T16:52:00.000-07:00

Big shock: Jarrett playing with the dog. I love this boxer puppy! His name is Max and he is SO CUTE!!!

Here is where we yelled SURPRISE!! Only thing is that the youngest ran in and swung the door open and he totally saw us standing there as it slowly shut.

2009-05-04T16:47:00.000-07:00

Femi Kuti, Santigold, & Raphael Saadiq @ the Hollywood Bowl!! YAHOO!!

2009-05-04T16:36:00.000-07:00

It's an impressive line up. Must go...

2009-05-04T16:27:00.000-07:00

I dreamt I got a L.A.M.B. purse last night and totally forgot about it until I was driving home and saw a girl walking with the most adorable L.A.M.B. purse...it is not okay though when my vanities infiltrate my dreams this way and then I get happy half moon eyes thinking about what a great dream that was to get a new purse.